Serving 540 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Colinas Del Norte Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Caminas Del Norte Elementary serves the west part of Rio Rancho, NM, covering an area of approximately 26.7 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School's student population of 540 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
540 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colinas Del Norte Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#289 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
24%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colinas Del Norte Elementary School's ranking?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School is ranked #289 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Colinas Del Norte Elementary School often compared to?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cielo Azul Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Colinas Del Norte Elementary School?
540 students attend Colinas Del Norte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Colinas Del Norte Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colinas Del Norte Elementary School?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Colinas Del Norte Elementary School offer ?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Colinas Del Norte Elementary School part of?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School is part of Rio Rancho School District.
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